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Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY INFORMATION TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN LINT FILTER (not shown] LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE [not shown) CLOTHES GUARD 1 AGITATOR 1 BASKET ‘TUB Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used. You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.
Your responsibilities Read this “Use and Care Guide” and your “Laundry Gurde” carefully for Important use and safety information You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer,. l is installed by a qualified Installer. l IS properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.* IS connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply. water supply and dram l IS properly grounded. .
Starting your washer 1 Measure and add detergent 2 Place sorted load In washer 3 Start washer Select 1. LOAD a SlZE 2. Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash .
3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed In and turned only clockwlse B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set wrth wash water of the selected temperature After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes D.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying same cycles.
KNITS/GENTLE c’s de A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use reco”mmended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.
1 1 WASH 1 1 SOAK 1 1 Minutes 1Agitation 1 ’ High Speed fq,~,~ 1 Minutes ‘r IAgitation ’ I ! + Pre-wash setting begins here, (see pagelO). Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. The washer will proceed to the Regular/Heavy Cycle. If you want a different cycle to follow Super Wash, push in the cycle control knob, turn to the cycle and time you want, pull knobout to start. laundry.
Other For a rinse operating instructions and spin You may need on extra rinse and spin for heavily solled loads which need more detergent [Extra detergent con require on extra rrnse ] . Push Control Knob in l Turn clockwlse to any l on the dial See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out l The washer WIII fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds For a drain and spin Your flasher con be set to drain and spin out water l Push Control Knob In .
Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a.full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling 1. Load the washer first 2. Pour measured bleach carefully Into dispenser DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3. Start the washer.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses, AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.
Winterizing Because some water stays in the w ~:sher freezlnq can cause a lot of damage If yocir washer IS stored or moved during the cold weather 1. Shut off both water faucets Dlsconnect and drain water Inlet hoses To use the washer 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket again.. . 1. Flush water pipes and hoses 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3. Tc;rn on the water fai,cets 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN [see page IO).
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: I. Before calling for assistance.. .
2. If you need assistance .. . . Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . , . , . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our tralned Consultants. The Consultant can Instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service IS necessary, recommend a qualified service company In Your area 3. If you need service .. . .
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